Former Arsenal midfielder and current Sky Sports pundit Paul Merson believes tat Chelsea will record a straightforward home victory over West Bromwich Albion.

The Blues currently top the Premier League table and have the opportunity to move seven points clear of second placed Southampton – who play on Monday – with a victory tomorrow.

It has been a wonderful start to the campaign from Jose Mourinho’s side, and they are the only team in the top flight to boast a perfect 100% home record.

The Baggies in contrast have been competent if uninspiring so far this campaign, recording 13 points from 11 matches and finding the net just three times on their travels.

Alan Irvine’s men, however, have been resolute, and away victories over Leicester City and Tottenham Hotspur prove that they can compete well.

Nevertheless, the Blues at Stamford Bridge provides an entirely different proposition and with Diego Costa getting back to full fitness Paul Merson feels the West Londoners will have too much power for their rivals.

“A home win’s a certainty in this one. I watched West Brom the other week and they were a disappointment against Newcastle, who they lost 2-0 at home to,” he told Sky Sports.

“If they play anywhere near like that it will be four or five because we know about the quality that Chelsea have going forward. I am going to go for a 3-0 win for Chelsea - it will be a walk in the park.”

Tom Thorogood

I'm a 27 year old language teacher and writer based out in Mexico with a passion for football and swimming. I like to focus on the top European Leagues, especially La Liga, as well as the footballing development in Central and South America. My favourite teams include Derby County, Barcelona and Jagaures de Chiapas.